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Ocimum gratissimum
African BasilShrub
Ocimum gratissimum, also known as clove basil, African basil, and in Hawaii as wild basil, is a species of basil. It is native to Africa, Madagascar, southern Asia, and the Bismarck Archipelago, and naturalized in Polynesia, Hawaii, Mexico, Panama, West Indies, Brazil, and Bolivia.
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusOcimum
NativeCentral Africa
LifespanPerennial; typically 3–7 years under tropical field conditions
Watering Guide
Watering guidance for African Basil.
How Often to Water?
Water your African Basil based on the season, climate and pot size.
Adjust watering by season and soil moisture.Learn more
How Much Water?
Watering amount varies by growth stage and season.
Watering Indicator
Check soil moisture before watering.
Watering Methods & Tips
Methods and reminders from this plant's watering guide.
Tips
Watering by Pot Type
Pot-specific adjustments from this plant's watering guide.
